utskjut

Utskjut is a Swedish noun that denotes a part of an object that projects outward from its main body. It describes a protrusion, extension, or outward growth and is used in various technical contexts to indicate something that sticks out beyond the surrounding form.

Etymology and usage notes: The word is built from the prefix ut- meaning outward and the root skjut, related to skjuta (to push or shoot). In practice, utskjut refers to an outward extension rather than to the whole object that contains it.

In architecture and construction, utskjut describes elements that extend beyond the main facade, such as bays, cantilevers, cornices, or protruding balconies. Such features can influence the building’s silhouette, provide shaded areas, or create additional space.

In biology and medicine, utskjut is used for outward projections of tissues or cells, such as cellular processes or outgrowths. The exact meaning depends on the context, but the common idea is a part that extends away from the primary mass.

In engineering and geology, utskjut can refer to protruding parts of machines, rock formations, or other materials that extend beyond a central body. The term emphasizes the outward position of the projecting element.

See also: protrusion, projection, outgrowth, cantilever.